Cost of Living in Pemberwick, CT

Population 3,455 · Connecticut · Data vintage 2023

248
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Pemberwick's housing market reflects its status as a high-earning metro: $893,000 for a typical home, 193% above the US median, paired with household incomes around $134,375 that put it in the upper third of the state.

Geographically, Pemberwick sits roughly 7 miles southwest of Stamford. Median home values run roughly 45% higher than Stamford's $614,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 293
Rent 181

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Pemberwick

The median home value in Pemberwick is $892,600 — 193% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $2,382/month, 81% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $134,375/year is 80% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 3.8%, below the national average of 4.8%. Connecticut's top state income tax rate is 7.0% and the combined sales tax is 6.3%. The climate averages highs of 60.6°F and lows of 43.4°F. Overall, Pemberwick has a cost of living index of 248 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 148% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$892,600
193% above avg
Median Rent
$2,382/mo
81% above avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
31.2x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
2.1%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$1,133
1 BR
$1,306
2 BR
$1,653
3 BR
$1,992
4 BR
$2,363
Owner-occupied 69.8%
Renter-occupied 30.2%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$2,382
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,996/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
20.8 min
23% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
15.7%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
72.0%
Carpooled
5.6%
Public transit
4.6%
Walked
1.4%
Work from home
15.7%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 7.0%
Total Sales Tax 6.3%
State rate 6.3%
Avg local rate 0.0%
Property Tax 2.1%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$134,375
80% above avg
Per Capita Income
$66,492
Unemployment Rate
3.8%
22% below avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Labor Force Participation
67.8%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 28.6%
Graduate degree 27.7%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 49.5
Male median age 53.3
Female median age 49.4

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
60.6°F
Avg Low
43.4°F
Annual Precip
47.8"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 374048596978838174635242
Low °F 222431405059656457463628
Precip" 3.202.534.114.203.944.254.074.364.944.333.644.18

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Pemberwick, CT?

Pemberwick has a cost index of 248 (100 = national average). It is 148% above the national average.

What is average rent in Pemberwick, CT?

The median gross rent in Pemberwick is $2,382 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Pemberwick?

The median home value in Pemberwick is $892,600 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Pemberwick?

The median household income in Pemberwick is $134,375 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Pemberwick, CT?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Pemberwick is 6.3%. The Connecticut state income tax top rate is 7.0%.

Is Pemberwick, CT affordable?

Pemberwick is above average in cost of living, with an index of 248 — about 148% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Pemberwick?

Pemberwick has average high temperatures of 60.6°F and average lows of 43.4°F. Annual precipitation is 47.8". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Pemberwick at a Glance

Population
3,455
Median Income
$134,375
Home Value
$892,600
Median Rent
$2,382/mo
Unemployment
3.8%
Avg High Temp
60.6°F
Sales Tax
6.3%
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